South Korea Lifts Corporate Crypto Trading Ban, Impacting 3,500 Entities
- Policy Shift: On January 12, the South Korean Financial Services Commission lifted a nine-year ban on corporate cryptocurrency holdings, allowing nearly 3,500 companies to invest up to 5% of their net assets annually in the top 20 cryptocurrencies, potentially unlocking billions for the expansion of Korea's digital asset market.
- Market Impact: The regulatory adjustments include staggered execution orders and size limits to mitigate risks, which are expected to alter the dynamics of South Korea's financial landscape and foster broader digital asset adoption and market development.
- Industry Reaction: The crypto market has reacted positively to this decision, with industry participants viewing it as a crucial step toward increased digital asset adoption; however, key industry figures have yet to specifically address the corporate allocation rule, although optimism about enhanced liquidity and institutional participation is prevalent.
- Technological Integration: Coincu's research team anticipates that South Korea's new regulations will spur financial growth and foster a more technologically integrated market, with historical trends suggesting that increased interest from institutional investors could lead to more stable market practices and advancements in fintech regulatory environments.
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Bitcoin (BTC) Support & Resistance Level
| Name | S3 | S2 | S1 | Pivot Points | R1 | R2 | R3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | 36391.603 | 48195.801 | 61127.353 | 72931.551 | 85863.103 | 97667.301 | 110598.853 |
| Fibonacci | 48195.801 | 57644.858 | 63482.495 | 72931.551 | 82380.608 | 88218.245 | 97667.301 |
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